Chicago Union Stock Yards Cattle Stalls Vintage Postcard Max Rigot
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Chicago Union Stock Yards Cattle Stalls Vintage Postcard Max Rigot. In the background, prominent red brick buildings and a tall tower underscore the industrial scale of this historic facility. Thank you for visiting! This item is in stock and usually ships within 1 business day of your purchase. It will be shipped via ebay Standard Envelope which provides tracking information when it passes through the sorting machines for First Class mail. USPS workers have no way of scanning the barcode on the label. When it marks it as "out for delivery or delivered" it means it has arrived at your local sorting center, not your home address. Depending on your local postal route, it may take several days yet to arrive at your home. Also, consider possible weather delays in the actual time the service takes. Feel free to write if you have any questions. This captivating vintage postcard features the bustling Cattle Stalls of the Union Stock Yards in Chicago. The detailed scene showcases numerous wooden pens filled with livestock, alongside cowboys on horseback and a horse-drawn cart, actively managing the vast operations. In the background, prominent red brick buildings and a tall tower underscore the industrial scale of this historic facility. The card's aesthetic captures the essence of early 20th-century American commerce and agriculture. The reverse side provides fascinating historical context, noting the Union Stock Yards' immense scale, covering 500 acres south of 39th street. It highlights the staggering daily intake of 1000 cars of livestock and the daily output of 300 cars of meat and other products, with an astounding $1,000,000 worth of livestock processed each day. Published by Max Rigot Selling Co., Chicago, this postcard serves as a valuable historical document, illustrating the immense economic impact and daily life at one of America's most iconic industrial centers.
